2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1962 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1798 kg more than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (35 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1962 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Durango | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2070 mm |
